Christmas Parcels for the Seafarers in Montreal

The Mary and Martha Ladies Society will compile these parcels (gift bags) on Tuesday, November 11th. A list of donation suggestions follows below. The last Sunday to bring your donations to the church is November 9th. You will find a bin in the foyer for the items you donate. See also www.ministrytoseafarers.org/parcels for more information about the gift bag contents. 

Christmas Parcel Donation Suggestions 

*Enclose new items in their original packaging


Toiletries: Ex. toothbrush/toothpaste, razor/shaving cream, soap/shampoo, mild scented cologne/aftershave, hand sanitizer, face cloth (not white)


Warm Clothing: Ex. toque, gloves, socks, scarf


Snacks: Ex. candy, chocolate, nuts, cookies


Play/Leisure/Gift: Ex. calendar, "Bicycle" playing cards, Canada souvenir such as a magnet or key chain, Sudoku, headlamp or flashlight, compass


Don't include heavily scented items such as Irish Spring soap, office supplies, cleaning supplies/products, used items or loose items such as a toothbrush, unwrapped candy or home baking.

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